Meaning & Definition of word "Windshield"
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Windshield
/ˈwɪndˌʃiːld/
noun:
- 1. A transparent screen made of glass, or a similar material, that protects the occupants of a vehicle from wind and weather.
- Example: The windshield of the car cracked after a stone hit it on the highway.
- 2. The front glass panel of a vehicle.
- Example: She cleaned the windshield to improve her visibility while driving.
- 3. A protective cover or shield of any kind, particularly against the elements.
- Example: The windshield wipers were stuck, so I had to clear the snow off the windshield manually.
Etymology
The word 'windshield' is a combination of 'wind' and 'shield', indicating its function of shielding against the wind.
Common Phrases and Expressions
windshield wipers:
Devices that clear rain and debris from the windshield.
windshield repair:
The act of fixing chips or cracks in a vehicle's windshield.
Related Words
wiper:
A device that sweeps moisture off the windshield.
glass:
Material used to make the windshield.
frame:
The structure that holds the windshield in place.
Slang Meanings of windshield
Meaning: the view
Example Sentence: When driving, I always take in the view through the 'shield'.
Meaning: shield
Example Sentence: He called his windshield a 'shield' when talking about safety.